Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
- . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
- . Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.
Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different positions.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the regular brake
pedal applied.
1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ OFF): When the vehicl ...
Other materials:
Certification Label
Label Example
A vehicle-specific Certification label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar
(B-pillar). The label tells the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, called the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle,
all occupants, fuel, and carg ...
Jump Starting
For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery.
If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables
to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely.
Warning
Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because:
. They contai ...
Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement (Sedan)
Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement
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Preliminary Procedures
Remove the rear compartment lid outer bumpers.
Remove the latch cover.
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Rear Compartment Lid Inner ...
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